CIMA Accountant

Elevation Recruitment Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing business in Sheffield is seeking a CIMA Accountant to join their finance team on a full-time, permanent basis. Responsibilities include preparing monthly accounts, analyzing financial variances, and managing company audits. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial management, lead a small team, and possess strong analytical skills. This role demands attention to detail and proficiency in accounting software, ensuring accurate financial reporting and effective management of financial processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management.
• Ability to lead and manage staff.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of Monthly Management Accounts for 2 Companies.
• Analyse P&L variances and oversee reconciliation of Balance sheet control accounts.
• Reconcile all Bank accounts.
• Prepare Annual Budget Workings.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Part Qualified CIMA Accountant

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Elevation Accountancy and Finance are excited to be working with a growing business in the Sheffield area as they look to recruit a CIMA Accountant into their team on a full time, permanent basis.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with preparation of Monthly Management Accounts for 2 Companies
• Analyse P&L variances and oversee reconciliation of Balance sheet control accounts
• Reconcile all Bank accounts
• Administer and Reconcile Invoice Finance
• Vat preparation and reconciliation
• Weekly cashflow forecast and approve monthly payment runs
• Overhaul of current systems and procedures
• Reconcile Inter-company accounts
• Train up on all aspects of Month end processes with a view to improvements
• Prepare Annual Budget Workings
• Prepare for Group audit and liaise with Group Auditors
• Support Group Finance Director to meet increasing business demands
• Manage 2 members of staff who have responsibility of Purchase Ledger Supervisor and Credit Control Junior

Person Specification:

• Part Qualified CIMA Accountant with experience in financial management
• Ability to lead 2 members of staff with transactional responbility and be proactive with improvement solutions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to deal with auditors and work at Group level with our companies
• Proficiency in using accounting software
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of relevant accounting standards and regulations